1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 516 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Volante | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
