1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 29 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | W 111 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
