1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 30 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 430 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 430 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |