1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Packard 12 (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1100 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.
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1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Packard |
Model | W 111 | 12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |