2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 371 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2760 mm |
