1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
