1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 8 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 857 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | S3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
