1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 178 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Lagonda | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
