1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 113 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | 300 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |