1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 36 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 640 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |
