1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 117 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Lagonda | 70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3230 mm |