1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 2012 BMW X3
Make Aston Martin BMW
Model Lagonda X3
Year Released 1980 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2810 mm