1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 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 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | A5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |