1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 406 is newer by 28 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | W 111 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
