1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 82 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | W 111 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |