1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 921 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | W 111 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
