1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1964 Ford Zodiac is newer by 5 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zodiac | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | W 111 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |