1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 111 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
