2008 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2011 Ascari A10 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 2011 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Opel | Ascari |
| Model | Astra | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 625 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2636 mm |
