1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (252 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | Lagonda | LS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
