1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
