1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | W 111 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
