2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | SLS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 1875 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
