1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 599 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Avanti | Aston Martin |
Model | Avanti | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |