1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1973 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1973 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Reliant Scimitar 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 156 kg more than 1973 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Reliant Scimitar (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1973 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | W 111 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
