2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 91 L |
