1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB5 | CLS |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |