2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1115 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Canyon | W 111 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |