1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 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 76 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1972 AC 428 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | AC |
Model | W 111 | 428 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |