1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1969 Mini Clubman is newer by 10 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 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 56 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | W 111 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
