1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | Viano |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |