2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP) has 317 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB9 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
