1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 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 274 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Lagonda | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 45 L |
