1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 125 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |