1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
