1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1971 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB6 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
