1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Vantage | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |