1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 22 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) has 134 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2006 BMW 523 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. 2006 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 523 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
