1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 19 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 110 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | W 111 | Century |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |