1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | 220 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |