1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 18 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 168 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | W 111 | Volare |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |