1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 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 141 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Lagonda | 208 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |