1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 498 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |