1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 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 148 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | 208 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
