1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 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 V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | 300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |