1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 156 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 110 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2803 mm |
