1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 29 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2009 Audi A8 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. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | A8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3080 mm |