2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S 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 271 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |