1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 15 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet 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 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | W 111 | Comet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |