1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Lagonda | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
