2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 34 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Laputa | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
