1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1959 BMW Isetta | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Isetta | W 110 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 79 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2710 mm |