1964 Maserati Mistral vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1964 Maserati Mistral 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 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral 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 80 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Mistral | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mistral | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3486 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
