1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 50 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 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 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | W 110 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
