1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 26 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima. 2004 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | Lagonda | Maxima |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |