1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | C |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 256 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |