2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 377 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | SL | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |