1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 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 86 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | W 111 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
