2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DB7 | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |