1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
