2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mustang | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
