2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 32 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Sport | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
