1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
