2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
