1966 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra 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 203 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cobra | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
