1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 822 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |
