2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |