1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 765 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
