2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | E | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1680 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
