1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 4 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
