1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1963 Steyr 500D is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | W 110 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
