1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1963 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 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 110 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
