2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | C | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5935 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
