2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-7 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
