2008 GMC Savana vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Savana | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |