2009 Kia Optima vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Optima | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
