1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 806 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Lagonda | 993 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2280 mm |