1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Lagonda | 356 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |