1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 65 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 88 L |