1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 88 L |
