2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |