1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
