2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |