1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |
