1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish.

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 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercedes-Benz S 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
Make Mercedes-Benz Aston Martin
Model S Vanquish
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 302 HP 0 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1854 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2067 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1294 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 78 L


 

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