2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 327 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.2 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
