2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
Model | B5 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |