1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 445 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | 300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |