2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 477 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLK | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 574 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2920 mm |
