1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 11 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 14 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | W 111 | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 60 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |