1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | W 111 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |