2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 571 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vanquish | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
