1972 Ford LTD vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Ford LTD 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 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 185 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
