1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1949 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1949 Citroen 11 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 11 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |