2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan, 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | Titan | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2920 mm |