1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 34 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
