1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 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 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | W 111 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
