1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 20 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | W 111 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 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 | 1300 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 |