1990 Maserati 420 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1990 Maserati 420 is newer by 21 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 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 335 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati 420 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 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 |