1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Lagonda | Virage |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |