2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | 320 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |