1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 680 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | W 111 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |