1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | 450 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |