1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 727 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Lagonda | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |