1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 30 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 59 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
