2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 201 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sonata | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
