1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 46 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 656 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 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 73 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 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 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
| Model | W 111 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2692 mm |
