2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 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 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 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 224 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |