2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 373 kg more than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | Sprinter | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2598 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2920 mm |