1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 66 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |
