1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 111 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
