1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 614 kg more than 1960 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Virage | 300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
