2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
