1971 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 12 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 15 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |