1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | 300 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
