1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lagonda | S |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3090 mm |