1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1969 NSU Ro 80 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 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 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 126 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 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 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | W 111 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
