1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 84 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taurus | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
