2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (277 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |