1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 52 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
