1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
