1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1998 BMW 328
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1998 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 328 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |