1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 23 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ascari |
Model | Lagonda | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2636 mm |