1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | Lagonda | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
