1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 22 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 700 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2659 mm |