2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 30 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 156 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
