1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
