1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
