1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | W 110 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |