1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Virage | S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
