1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
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1959 Maserati 3500 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3500 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |