1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | Lagonda | Spyder |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |