1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 977 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 111 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
