2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | 220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |