2008 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 335 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, 2008 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |