1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. (153 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 1720 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | 770 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 7655 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3400 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6010 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2601 mm |
