2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V12 Vantage | A |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |