2009 BMW 635 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 635 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
