1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 32 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 373 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Edge, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge. 2011 Ford Edge 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. 2011 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Edge |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2824 mm |
