1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Ford Thunderbird 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thunderbird | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
