1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Lagonda | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
