2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 276 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Yukon | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |