2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 39 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fusion | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
