2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7350 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |