1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2006 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |