2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3170 mm |
