1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 306 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 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 | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | W 111 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
