1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette 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 92 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vedette | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
