1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 BMW 520. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | 520 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
