1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
