1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 369 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | CL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2955 mm |