1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
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 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 279 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | Lagonda | P 70 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |