1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 25 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 105 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | X5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
