2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 799 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Yukon | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 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 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 97 L |
