2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |