1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont 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 20 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | W 111 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |