2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 520 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 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
