1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Aston Martin DB4 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Aston Martin Mercedes-Benz
Model DB4 E
Year Released 1959 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 80 L


 

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