1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T 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 289 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | Lagonda | 650T |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1850 mm |
