1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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 170 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ5 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
