2007 Ford Edge vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 48 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Edge | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
