1972 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 3 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 33 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
