1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus 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 168 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | W 111 | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |