1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
