1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 88 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 720 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
