1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | New Yorker | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
