1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 975 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 BMW 507 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 507 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 2225 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |