2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 230 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |