1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
