1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 107 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |