1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 38 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 26 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | W 111 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |