1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 33 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 666 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | W 111 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |