1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 39 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 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1596 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 | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
