1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 454 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Project Vantage | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
