1992 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 23 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 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 45 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
