1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP) has 342 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Aston Martin Mercedes-Benz
Model Project Vantage Viano
Year Released 1998 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2146 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 108 HP
Torque 746 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 75 L