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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 | 3996 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 91 L |
