1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 28 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, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 545 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
