1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 30 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | Lagonda | H3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
