1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline 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, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 198 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
