2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (363 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
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 DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
