2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 488 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan GT-R | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | GT-R | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 607 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2920 mm |