2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 285 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
