2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT, 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKT | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Lincoln | Aston Martin |
| Model | MKT | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2103 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2920 mm |
