1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB5 | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |