1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 2 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | 240 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3430 mm |