1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
