1999 Audi A2 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 30 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, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 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 640 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A2 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
