2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 12 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
