1979 Ford LTD vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 176 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
