1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 240 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | W 111 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
