1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB2 | SLK |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |