1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | W 111 | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
