1952 Ford Consul vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
