1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Opel Antara | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Antara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1899 cc |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |