1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 620 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 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 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | W 111 | 650 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |