1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1985 BMW 333
To start off, 1985 BMW 333 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 333 (451 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 333 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 723 kg more than 1985 BMW 333.
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, 1985 BMW 333 (705 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1985 BMW 333 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1985 BMW 333 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 333 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1502 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
