1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 22 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | W 111 | Rex |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1930 mm |