1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB5 | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
