1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | W 111 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
