2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 35 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BT-50 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
