2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
