2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | E | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 97 L |