1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 285 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | W 111 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |