1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 21 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
