1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera 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 10 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera 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 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | W 110 | Primera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |