1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 30 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
