1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 51 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 457 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.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 110 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |
