1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land 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 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
