1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Volante | Record |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
