2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is newer by 34 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro 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 610 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nuvolari Quattro | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 591 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
