1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | SL |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4612 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2585 mm |