1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1995 Audi A8
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 74 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1995 Audi A8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | A8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |