1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 20 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 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 320 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 430 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
