1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 49 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 198 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 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 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | W 111 | 407 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |