1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 605 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | W 111 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |