1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 26 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, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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 350 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Lagonda | S5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |
