2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maybach 57 | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Maybach | Aston Martin |
Model | 57 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 901 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2920 mm |