2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 818 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
