2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 277 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 71 L |
