1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 157 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | 250 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
