Aston Martin DBS Volante vs Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG
| Category | DBS Volante | SLK 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.0 l V12 | 5.5 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 517 / 510 | 421 / 416 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 570 / 420 | 540 / 398 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1835 / 4045 | 1579 / 3481 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 282 / 278 | 267 / 263 |
Lap Times
| Track | DBS Volante | SLK 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:14.80 | 1:14.00 |
| Motortrend Figure-8 | 0:25.30 | 0:25.10 |
Performance
| Category | DBS Volante | SLK 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 60 kph | 2.6 s | 2.4 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 3.7 s | 3.4 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.3 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 6.4 s | 6.1 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 8.1 s | 7.6 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 10.2 s | 9.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.2 s | 9.5 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.9 s @ 95.7 mph | 8.6 s @ 95.1 mph |
| Top speed | 308 kph (191 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
Summary
| Category | DBS Volante | SLK 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 97 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 100 |
| Overall | 98 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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