2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
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 (420 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (469 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2737 mm |
