1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 25 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 412 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | 599 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 105 L |
