2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 486 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | LaCrosse | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2920 mm |