1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | W 111 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
