1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | R |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |