1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 250 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | Lagonda | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |