1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 24 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 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 630 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |