Compare the2025 Aston Martin VantageVS 2024 Mercedes AMG GT

The Vantage has standard Automatic Emergency Braking, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn’t react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

The Vantage’s lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer a lane departure warning system.

The Vantage has a standard 3D Surround View System to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer any parking assist system.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the Vantage’s standard Rear Cross Traffic Assist uses sensors in the rear to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side and automatically engage the brakes. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer a rear cross-path warning system.

The Vantage’s driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer a driver alert monitor.

Both the Vantage and the Mercedes AMG GT have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding and daytime running lights.

The Vantage comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The AMG GT’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

The Vantage’s corrosion warranty is 5 years longer than the Mercedes AMG GT’s (10 vs. 5 years).

The Vantage’s 4.0 turbo V8 produces 187 more horsepower (656 vs. 469) and 74 lbs.-ft. more torque (590 vs. 516) than the Mercedes AMG GT 55’s standard 4.0 turbo V8. The Vantage’s 4.0 turbo V8 produces 79 more horsepower (656 vs. 577) than the Mercedes AMG GT 63’s standard 4.0 turbo V8.

On the EPA test cycle the Vantage gets better mileage than the Mercedes AMG GT:

For better stopping power the Vantage’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Mercedes AMG GT:

The Vantage offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

For better traction and acceleration, the Vantage has larger rear tires than the Mercedes AMG GT (325/30R21 vs. 305/30R20).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Vantage has standard 21-inch wheels. Smaller 20-inch wheels are standard on the Mercedes AMG GT.

The Vantage’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (50% to 50%) than the Mercedes AMG GT’s (54% to 46%). This gives the Vantage more stable handling and braking.

The Aston Martin Vantage may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 500 pounds less than the Mercedes AMG GT.

The Vantage is 9.2 inches shorter than the Mercedes AMG GT, making the Vantage easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The Vantage’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The Mercedes AMG GT’s

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the Vantage has a standard Adaptive Cruise Control, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

The Vantage’s Active Park Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer an automated parking system.