1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
