1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | W 111 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
