1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
