1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1957 Austin A 95
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 750 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1957 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | Lagonda | A 95 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |