1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 94 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 325 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |