1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 206 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 110 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
