1949 Opel Olympia vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1949 Opel Olympia. (36 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Opel Olympia | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Olympia | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
