1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 342 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB2 | CLK |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |