1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 22 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, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 550 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 657 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |