1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 45 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 306 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | W 111 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
