1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 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. Both 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage and 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 6,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 687 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (746 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Project Vantage | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
