1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 39 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra 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 190 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 111 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
