1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 685 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lagonda | SLK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
