2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 40 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
