1977 Opel Monza vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Monza | Vantage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |