1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Lagonda | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
