1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 29 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 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 15 kg more than 2005 Maybach 57.
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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
Model | Lagonda | 57 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |