2003 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 106 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | W 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |