2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 40 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 54 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aveo | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
