2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | E | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
