1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lagonda | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
