1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 16 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, both vehicles can yield 301 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
| Model | Lagonda | AIV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
