1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1951 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
