1980 BMW 628 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 12 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 120 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 628 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
