1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vantage | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | TBD |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2955 mm |