1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
