1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 107 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | W 111 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |