2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 581 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | E | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |