2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 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 38 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
