1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |
