1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, both 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 and 1959 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | W 111 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
