2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | E | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |