1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 21 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | Lagonda | G34 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1050 mm |
