2011 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 199 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Sierra | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Sierra | DBS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |