1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 135 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 111 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
