1995 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | S | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |