1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 643 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | W 111 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
