1985 BMW 324 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 26 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 324 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |