1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB5 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1793 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
