1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 743 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.
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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | W 110 | LS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 84 L |
