2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 97 L |
