2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 430 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Vantage | W 111 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |