2003 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A8 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |