2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 2007 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CLS | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
