1999 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
