1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 468 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2915 mm |
