1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (310 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 546 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB4 | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 730 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |