1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 43 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 194 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | W 111 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
