1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
Because 1962 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 110 | Will |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
