1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 118 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira 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 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 111 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
