1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 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 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 697 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 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
