1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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 513 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 740 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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 702 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Vantage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 46 L |
