2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
When we compare the 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage's and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage's and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage’s base engine makes 510 horsepower, and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class base engine makes 429 horsepower. The V12 Vantage is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The CL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 571 miles. This gives the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18259 - 40441
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Trim Levels
Base, Carbon Black
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Trim Levels
CL 550 4MATIC, CL 600, CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
510 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 5750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
429 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.093 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
232 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 571 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3704 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
48.7 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4599 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
199.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/35ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R18