1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |
