1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
