1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 33 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, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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 525 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
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, 2009 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Lagonda | IS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
