1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 190 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 97.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |