1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |