1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2001 Proton 300
To start off, 2001 Proton 300 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 2,195 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 19 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Proton 300. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2001 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | W 111 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
