1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Lagonda | 650 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |