1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 209 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | 190 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |