1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
