1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 23 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 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 290 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 380 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
