2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
