1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 98 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Lagonda | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
