1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 491 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB4 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1841 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
