1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 30 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | W 111 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
