1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 116 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | 300D | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 97 L |