1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 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 201 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | Lagonda | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
