1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Dardo | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |