1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 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 38 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | W 111 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |