2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 97 L |
