1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | W 111 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
