1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Ford GT

To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 15 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 641 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.

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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Aston Martin Lagonda 2005 Ford GT
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model Lagonda GT
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 301 HP 551 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 678 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 106 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2620 mm


 

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