1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | X5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 93 L |
