1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 391 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C 111 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
