1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 54 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, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1110 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | W 111 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2745 mm |
