1951 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB3 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB3 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
