1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | W 110 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
