1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 216 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Volante | GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 53 L |