2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | W 110 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |