2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 523 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sierra | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 97 L |
