1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 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 CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | CL |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |