2007 Acura RL vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 31 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | RL | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |