1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | W 111 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
