2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DBS | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |