2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 97 L |
