1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
