1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 620 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | W 111 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |