1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 44 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 275 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | W 111 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
