1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 792 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Lagonda | 330 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |