1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 291 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Project Vantage | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1845 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
