2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | SL | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |