2003 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | X5 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |