1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 486 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Vantage | Insignia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2737 mm |