1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 53 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | W 111 | Bantam |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |