1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 534 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 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Mercedes-Benz Chrysler
Model W 111 Town & Country
Year Released 1969 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2778 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2044 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 76 L