1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 77 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
