2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLS | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
