2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DBS | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |