1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 28 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) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 640 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | A3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2578 mm |