1983 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Senator | DBS |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |