2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1027 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 230 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sirius | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
