2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |