1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1969 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | W 111 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
