1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |