1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 44 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 215 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, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | W 111 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
