2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 37 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 725 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
