2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB9 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
