2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | W 111 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |