2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | DBS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |
