2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 764 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
