1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 228 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | 17 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 40 L |
