1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (361 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Aston Martin Mercedes-Benz
Model V8 Vantage S
Year Released 1989 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 5784 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 361 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 87 mm
Top Speed 270 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 6160 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 4090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 88 L


 

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