2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 71 L |