1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1958 Austin A 95
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 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 217 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 744 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1958 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Lagonda | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
