1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 33 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 755 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2012 Audi TT 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. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | TT |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2469 mm |