1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
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 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M 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 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | W 110 | M |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
