1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1979 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1979 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Avanti | Aston Martin |
Model | Avanti | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |