1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 25 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | Q5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2807 mm |