1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | W 111 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |