1970 Audi Variant vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 11 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
