1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 109 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
