1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 361 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2915 mm |
