2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan 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 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caravan | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
