2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (403 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vanquish | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
