1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 48 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Mercedes-Benz Chevrolet
Model W 111 Cobalt
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2195 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm


 

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