1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB6 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |