1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2010 Ford F-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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Lagonda | F-150 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3670 mm |