1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Saloon | 250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 65 L |
