1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC 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 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | W 111 | tC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
