1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 353 kg more 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Lagonda | Express |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3940 mm |