1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 13 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
