1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 263 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | S |
Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |