1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3510 mm |
