2008 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accord | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
