1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | Pickster |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |