2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
