2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vanquish | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 333 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
