1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 406 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Volante | R |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |