1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 32 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 520 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
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1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | W 111 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |