2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 521 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
