1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | 200 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
