2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 43 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 155 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vision | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
