1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 24 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | W 111 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
