1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |