2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |