1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 480 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | W 111 | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |