1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
