1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB6 | 320 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |