1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | 280 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 95 L |
