2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |