1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | CW |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5160 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |