2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | E | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2225 kg |
