1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Lagonda | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
