1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (357 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | GL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3075 mm |
