1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 37 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 400 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 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 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | W 111 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
