1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 632 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |