1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 48 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 471 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1964 Aston Martin DB5 has manual transmission. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB5 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
