2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
