1999 MCC Smart vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
