1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 52 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1192 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada 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 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | W 111 | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3129 mm |