2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 40 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 91 L |
