1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 191 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Lagonda | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |