1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 29 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
