2004 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
