1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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 281 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Lagonda | A8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
