1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 116 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |
