1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 17 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 501 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 820 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
