1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | W 111 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |