1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1997 Volvo V40
To start off, 1997 Volvo V40 is newer by 29 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Volvo V40. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1997 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
