2004 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 325 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
