2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | E | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |