2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 835 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ML | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
