2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
