1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | W 111 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
