1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 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 138 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 726 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | Lagonda | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
