1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
