1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vantage | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2400 kg |
