1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest 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 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
