1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | 220 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 48 L |