1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 880 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Lagonda | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |