1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fairlane | W 111 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |