1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Volante | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |