1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1955 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1955 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1955 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1955 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Volante | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
