2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-9 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
