1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 39 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | GTO |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
