2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DBS | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
