1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 29 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 9 more horse power than 2011 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 BMW 135. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 135 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 53 L |
