1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | W 111 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
