1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |