1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 420 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
Model | W 111 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 513 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |