2011 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Insignia | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Insignia | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2601 mm |
