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


 

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