1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB5 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
