1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1957 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB2 | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 120 L |