2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | W 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |