1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 31 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (268 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | TT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |