1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Lagonda | R8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2649 mm |