1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 31 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda 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 260 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | W 111 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
