2005 GMC Safari vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 531 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
