1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | 170S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
