1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar is newer by 13 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar 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 294 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar 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 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | W 111 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
