2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fusion | W 111 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |