2002 BMW 332 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 33 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 145 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 332 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
