1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 182 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |