1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 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 448 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | W 111 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
