1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 546 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | R |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |
