2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 44 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 907 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 950 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V Sixteen | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
