1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 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 390 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
