1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 13 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 750 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 120 L |
