1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 126 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | W 111 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |