2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
