1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Lagonda | Manta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
