1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
