1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 111 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
