1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | M3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |