2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
