1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
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 Weight | 1878 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |