1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB2 | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |