1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara 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 50 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara 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 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
