1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | Viano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |