1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 726 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | Karmann Asso di Quadri |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |