1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C 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 262 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | Lagonda | 700C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1950 mm |
