1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
