1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 157 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
