2004 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 45 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 435 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |