2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 50 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1100 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |