1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | V6 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |