Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG (1996 – 1997) vs Aston Martin V8 Vantage (1996 – 2000): specs compared
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is the more powerful of the two, with up to 354 hp against 347 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.9 s against 6.2 s. The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG uses less fuel, from 11.6 L/100 km against 20.3 L/100 km. It is the lighter car, from 1,647 kg against 1,950 kg. At 4,818 mm, the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG is 68 mm longer than the Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
| Specification |
Mercedes-Benz
E-Klasse AMG
1996 – 1997
|
Aston Martin
V8 Vantage
1996 – 2000
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Documented years | 1996 – 1997 | 1996 – 2000 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 347 hp | 354 hp |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.9 s |
| Top speed | 249 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 11.6 L/100 km | 20.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,818 mm | 4,750 mm |
| Width | 1,798 mm | 1,951 mm |
| Height | 1,412 mm | 1,331 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,832 mm | 2,611 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,647 kg | 1,950 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.