1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 258 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | W 111 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |