1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 19 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 968 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 975 kg more than 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
| Model | Lagonda | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
