1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 33 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 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 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | W 111 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
