1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | Dino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
