1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 43 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, 2002 Opel Zafira (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | W 111 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |