2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 38 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 40 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brera | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
