1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 265 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 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | W 111 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |