1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 25 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Lagonda | A7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2914 mm |
