1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 395 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | 300B |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |