2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | F430 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 97 L |
