2009 Audi TT vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 384 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | W 111 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |