1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 35 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura 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 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | W 111 | Aura |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |