1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 290 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2361 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
