1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 220 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |