2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 230 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |