2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB7 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
