2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 348 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vanquish | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |