1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
