1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | Touring |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |