1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini 400 | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
| Model | 400 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 97 L |
