1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (494 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 39 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |
