1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | Viano |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |