Aston Martin V12 Vanquish vs Mercedes-Benz CLK 55 AMG
| Category | CLK 55 AMG | V12 Vanquish |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.4 l V8 | 5.9 l V12 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 347 / 342 | 460 / 454 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 510 / 376 | 542 / 400 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1520 / 3351 | 1882 / 4149 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 228 / 225 | 244 / 241 |
Lap Times 2
| Track | CLK 55 AMG | V12 Vanquish |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:18.20 | 1:16.90 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:29.00 | 8:17.00 |
Performance
| Category | CLK 55 AMG | V12 Vanquish |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 306 kph (190 mph) |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.4 s | 4.9 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 19.8 s | 15.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.6 s | 10.3 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.6 s @ 89.5 mph | 9.1 s @ 94.4 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.3 s | 12.9 s @ 115.0 mph |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 14.4 s | 10.4 s |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.58 g (6 m/s²) | 0.63 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | CLK 55 AMG | V12 Vanquish |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 188 | 200 |
| Straight line speed | 537 | 800 |
| Total | 725 | 1000 |
Verdict
V12 Vanquish is the fastest by considerable margin.
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