1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 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 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | W 111 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
