2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | S | Virage |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
