1996 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 268 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
