2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Genesis | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 97 L |
