1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 39 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Lagonda | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
