1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 399 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 875 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pagani |
| Model | Lagonda | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2795 mm |
