1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 10 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | W 111 | Century |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
