2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 111 L |