1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 804 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Lagonda | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2280 mm |
