1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 141 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | S |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |