1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 746 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | Lagonda | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
