1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SE | 11 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
