1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 126 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |
