1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | W 111 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |