1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
