2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLK | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
