1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 585 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1950 Buick 40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Lagonda | 40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3090 mm |