1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | Lagonda | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
