2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 262 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | W 111 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |