1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 561 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Maserati |
Model | W 111 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2941 mm |