1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | 600 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
