2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Rekord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |