1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 26 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | Lagonda | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
