1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 42 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 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 340 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 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 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | W 111 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
