1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 36 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | W 111 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
