1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara 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 1026 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | Lagonda | Guara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |