1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore 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 100 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore 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 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | W 111 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
