1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Rekord | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |