1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 150 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | W 111 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |